2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Ibiza | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |